An Trung Nghia Bui
Travis AFB,CA
Summary
Air Force veteran with over 15 years of diverse experience as an electrician journeyman and production manager, offering a robust technical foundation and demonstrated leadership in high-pressure environments. Expertise includes installation, maintenance, and repair of energized and de-energized electrical distribution systems, such as transformers, breakers, and specialized systems like airfield lighting and fire alarms. Proficient in troubleshooting, equipment testing, and implementing safety protocols, with strong project management and team collaboration skills. Committed to leveraging technical expertise and problem-solving abilities to deliver reliable, efficient, and safe solutions within the private sector while driving operational excellence and ensuring safety compliance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Electrical Technician
U.S. Air Force
07.2021 - Current
- Directed the setup of electrical infrastructure for managing manpower, planning schedules, distribution of material, and safety compliance to ensure operational success.
- Daily interpret and analyze blueprints and system interface diagrams for major electrical projects.
- Coordinated inspections, maintenance, and training for the unit's fleet of 15 work trucks and 5 aerial lifts, sustaining a 90% availability rate for mission-critical operations.
- Designed hands-on troubleshooting modules with repurposed equipment, training 20–28 electricians yearly to enhance technical readiness.
- Supervised a team of technicians to execute daily maintenance tasks, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and structural-related work orders for multiple facilities
- Managed ongoing electrical and facility projects from start to completion, planning, overseeing materials, contracts, job safety, and coordination with senior leadership.
- Directed electrical infrastructure configuration on critical & sensitive military facilities, responsible for base protection, missile sites, ammo storage, and server rooms containing controlled information
- Conducted daily preventive and corrective maintenance on 250 fire alarm systems spread across multiple on-base facilities, testing detectors and clearing fire alarm control panel troubles.
- Facilitated daily preventive and corrective maintenance on 3 mission-critical runways, testing, replacing, and operating over 400 light fixtures while observing FAA regulations, and monitoring Constant Current Regulators according to Air Traffic Control Tower guidance.
Program Coordinator/Audio Engineer
SHOW SOLUTION SERVICE
07.2010 - Current
- Directed setup and teardown operations for live events, leading teams of approximately 10 audio technicians and 30 stagehands across concerts, festivals, and theatrical productions, ensuring timely completion while adhering to safety protocols and compliance standards.
- Designed and implemented annual training schedules, coordinating logistics and aligning instruction with operational needs and budgetary goals, and collaborating with international instructors to deliver high-quality, standards-based training programs for technical staff.
- Organized and facilitated 2–3 training classes annually, enhancing technician competency, safety compliance, and cross-team collaboration, while contributing to curriculum development, bilingual instruction, documentation, and translation of training materials to ensure accessibility and engagement.
- Executed audio-visual technology installations across diverse environments, ensuring compliance with contract specifications and safety standards, leveraging expertise in cable management and basic carpentry skills.
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues efficiently, providing daily updates to project management teams and demonstrating adaptability by traveling to various installation sites as required.
Student Production Manager
New England School of Communications
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Designed and operated audio systems for Broadway-style productions, including Stop Kiss and The Little Women, ensuring clarity, coverage, and creative fidelity
- Served as FOH Engineer and Monitor Tech for touring acts such as Fifth Dimension Tour, The Hitmen, and Lee Rocker, managing live mixing and stage coordination
- Collaborated weekly with production teams at The Rock Church and Gracie Theater to deliver consistent, professional-grade audio experiences
- Provided technical leadership in troubleshooting, mic placement, and console operation (Midas, Digico, Yamaha), mentoring peers, and ensuring system reliability
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07.2026
Bachelor of Science - Audio Engineering
Husson University
Bangor, ME08.2023
Skills
- Work Ethic
- Adaptability
- Workflow optimization
- Secret Security Clearance
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Customer Service
- Career Development Coach
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- CPR
- OSHA 10
- CCNA (2026)
Timeline
Lead Electrical Technician
U.S. Air Force
07.2021 - Current
Student Production Manager
New England School of Communications
07.2017 - 07.2021
Program Coordinator/Audio Engineer
SHOW SOLUTION SERVICE
07.2010 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Systems
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Science - Audio Engineering
Husson University
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